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AZ HB2042

Bill

Status

Vetoed

3/12/2026

Primary Sponsor

Lisa Fink

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Origin

House of Representatives

Fifty-seventh Legislature - Second Regular Session (2026)

AI Summary

  • Prohibits any person from intentionally injecting, releasing, or dispensing materials within Arizona for solar radiation management purposes, which is defined as modifying atmospheric reflectivity to alter sunlight reaching Earth.

  • Bars political subdivisions, public universities, and private entities receiving public funds from providing grants for developing solar radiation management technologies.

  • Allows any Arizona resident to file a complaint with the Attorney General alleging violations, requiring details including dates, location, methods, and substances used.

  • Requires the Attorney General to investigate all credible complaints and authorizes investigation of any conduct with reasonable suspicion of violation.

  • Authorizes the Attorney General to file civil actions in superior court, with mandatory injunctive relief and attorney fees awarded to prevailing parties if violations are found.

Legislative Description

Solar radiation management; prohibition; enforcement

Prohibition

Last Action

Governor Vetoed

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Rules1/12/2026
Natural Resources, Energy & Water1/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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